pitfall in Chinese
pitfall in Chinese is 蒺藜 — pitfall means a hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
pitfall in Chinese
蒺藜
Pronounced: jí li
(literal) A type of trap consisting of a concealed pit in the ground, which the victim is supposed to fall into and not be able to get out from.
What does "pitfall" mean?
- noun A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
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noun A hidden danger or difficulty that you can easily run into without expecting it.
"It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself."
- noun A commonly used but counterproductive approach or practice.
- noun A dip in the ground caused by the collapse of a mine below it.
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- It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself.
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What is "pitfall" in Chinese?
"pitfall" in Chinese is 蒺藜. pitfall means: A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
How do you pronounce 蒺藜?
"pitfall" in Chinese is 蒺藜, pronounced "jí li".
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